Sweetheart Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sweetheart Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Connecticut. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 63.7% in CT) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 173 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | CT00616 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Connecticut Trails Council of Girl Scouts, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sweetheart Lake Dam?
Sweetheart Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sweetheart Lake Dam?
Sweetheart Lake Dam is owned by Connecticut Trails Council of Girl Scouts, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sweetheart Lake Dam built?
Sweetheart Lake Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Sweetheart Lake Dam?
Sweetheart Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sweetheart Lake Dam?
Sweetheart Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Sweetheart Lake Dam last inspected?
Sweetheart Lake Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.